Wildmannli Bike: St. Gallen–Sargans

A cycling tour with 6 stages, starting in Wildhaus, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland.

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Wildmannli Bike: St. Gallen–Sargans

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About this tour

A big east-Swiss ride linking the abbey city of St. Gallen with Sargans at the edge of the Rhine valley. It’s long and punchy—around 119 km with roughly 5,500 m of climbing—so expect a full, demanding day. Terrain is a mix of quiet backroads and farm tracks with plenty of gravel; only short stretches land on busy roads.

You’ll roll past meadows, forested hills, and rugged foothills before dropping toward Sargans. It suits a gravel bike or hardtail with low gears and good brakes. Aim for snow-free months for the best surfaces and views. Both ends have easy train connections, which keeps logistics simple.

If you like big climbs, varied surfaces, and classic eastern Switzerland scenery, this one delivers.

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Duration: 119.3 km
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Avg. speed: 5,527 m
Ascent: 5,337 m
Descent

Wildmannli Bike: St. Gallen–Sargans

Stages of this tour

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Wildmannli Bike – Etappe 1: Wildhaus–Sargans

Cycling route in Wildhaus, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland

From the Toggenburg mountain village of Wildhaus, it’s a sharp climb on forest trails and secondary roads – around 33 km with about 1,930 m of elevation gain. At the top, wide views await, followed by a long descent into the Rhine Valley. The mix of asphalt and gravel is challenging but enjoyable. …

33.4 km
Distance: 1,931 m
Ascent: 1,022 m
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Wildmannli Bike - Etappe 1

Cycling route in Wildhaus, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland

A short, mostly downhill roll in Wildhaus to kick off the Wildmannli Bike. About 4.7 km with roughly 380 m descent, mainly on quiet paved roads with a bit of track and path. Expect big Toggenburg mountain views and an easy surface that suits most riders. Start in Wildhaus and finish in another part…

4.7 km
Distance: 38 m
Ascent: 380 m
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Wildmannli Bike - Etappe 2

Cycling route in Eichberg, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland

Stage 2 goes from Eichberg above the Rhine Valley to Wildhaus in Toggenburg. Expect about 47 km, around 1,900 m up and 2,500 m down. It’s a mix of quiet roads and farm tracks, mostly asphalt with some gravel. Big views toward Alpstein and the Churfirsten keep you company, so bring the camera and go…

47.3 km
Distance: 1,941 m
Ascent: 2,525 m
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Wildmannli Bike - Etappe 2

Cycling route in Altstätten, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland

Stage 2 of the Wildmannli Bike links Altstätten in the Rhine Valley to the hillside village of Eichberg. About 5.4 km with roughly 130 m of climbing and similar descent, mostly on quiet roads and cycleways. Paved and easygoing, with valley views as you leave town—nice as a short transfer between st…

5.4 km
Distance: 130 m
Ascent: 131 m
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Wildmannli Bike - Etappe 3

Cycling route in Teufen AR, Canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden, Switzerland

From Teufen AR, this Wildmannli Bike stage rolls through the Appenzeller hills on a mix of quiet roads, tracks, and gravel. It’s a punchy ride: about 23 km with roughly 1,340 m of climbing up to around 1,185 m, then a fun descent into the Rhine Valley and the historic town of Altstätten. Bring a MT…

23.4 km
Distance: 1,340 m
Ascent: 982 m
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Wildmannli Bike - Etappe 3

Cycling route in St. Gallen, Canton of St. Gallen, Switzerland

Short hop from St. Gallen to Teufen AR on Stage 3 of the Wildmannli Bike. Roll out from the city’s historic center and descend into the Appenzell hills. About 5 km, mostly paved with a few gravel bits, on quiet roads with some busier stretches. It’s net downhill with a couple of short rises, toppin…

5.1 km
Distance: 147 m
Ascent: 297 m
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